Thew New Antiquarian is the blog of the Antiqurian Booksellers' Association of America

Our members list new acquisitions and recently cataloged items almost every day of the year. Below, you'll find a few highlights from these recent additions... Mr. Finch's Pet Shop by DRUMMOND, V.H. (London): Faber & Faber, 1953. First edition of this whimsical picture book by award-winning British illustrator Violet Hilda Drummond. The narrative follows twin Siamese kittens who are joyfully reunited... [ more about Weekly Highlights]

May 1 marks the hundredth birthday of Agnes Dawson, a mainstay of the Southern California book trade for over seventy-five years. Agnes' career in the book world began when she met Muir Dawson in 1947. When they met, Muir and his elder brother, Glen, had recently taken over the management of Dawson's Book Shop from their father, Ernest, who had founded the business in 1905. Agnes married Muir in 1948... [ more about Agnes Dawson Turns 100]

Browse the latest catalogs, newsletters, and e-lists of rare books, fine bindings, incunabula, print ephemera, and much more from the members of the ABAA below. (Also includes podcasts, blog posts, and other digital formats.) *New* indicates any catalogs brought to our attention since the early March 2024. AARDVARK BOOKS/EZRA TISHMAN BOOK APPRAISALS March Exit Stage Left List *New* March Lion List (M... [ more about Latest Catalogs of Rare Books]